The U.S. Commercial Service Turkey

Our Mission

To create and nurture long-term U.S.-Turkish small, medium and large-sized business partnerships through market-focused public and private sector engagements that positively impact the American-Turkish relationship.

Supporting U.S.-Turkish Business Development

Is Turkey on the radar screen of your U.S. Business?

Turkey’s strong economic growth, infrastructure build out, growing import market and positive brand appeal of “Made in the USA” products, services and technology have made this country a $10 billion market for American exporters, with 40% year on year growth in U.S. exports from 2009-2010 and a strong sales year predicted for 2011. Major U.S. firms such as Boeing, Chevron, Cummins, General Electric and Sikorsky are among over 1,000 small, medium and large U.S. firms with offices in Turkey. In 2010, the U.S. Department of Commerce designated Turkey as one of only a handful of priority markets under President Obama’s National Export Initiative. The U.S. Commercial Service in Turkey, with offices in Ankara, Istanbul, Izmir and our liaison relationship with the U.S. Consulate in Adana can help your American exporting firm get to market faster, cheaper, and position your company for long-term success. Our multilingual American and Turkish business development professionals have identified key industry sectors where market demand is strong for U.S goods and services. The U.S Mission in Turkey, led by Ambassador Francis J. Ricciardone is committed to supporting American business in Turkey through proactive commercial diplomacy project advocacy and B2B matchmaking. Put the worldwide resources of the U.S Commercial Service in Turkey to work for your U.S business and build long-term, profitable relationships in this strategic market.

Senior Commercial Officer Michael Lally's Welcome Message (Length of the video: 6:20)

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Upcoming Events

U.S. – Turkey Smart Grid Workshop: Partnering to the Power the future, February 12-13, 2013, Istanbul

Automechanika Fair at TUYAP, 11-14 April, Istanbul

IDEF 2013, 7-10 May, Istanbul (US Department of Commerce Certified Trade Fair)

Minnesota District Export Council, Gateway to Europe International Trade Conference, June 4-5, 2013, Minneapolis, USA (Minnesota District Export Council Website)

Minnesota District Export Council, Gateway to Europe International Trade Conference, June 4-5, 2013, Minneapolis, USA (Event Information Flyer), Sponsorship Flyer

2013 International Buyer Delegations Program

Latest News

Turkish Market Holds Opportunity for U.S. Businesses

Certificate of Appreciation for Achievement in Trade presentation to Ismail Demir, General Manager and Deputy Chairman of the Board for Turkish Technic.

On December 3, 2012 Francisco J. Sánchez, Ambassador Francis Ricciardone and Ankara Chamber of Industry (ASO) President Nurettin Ozdebir cut the ribbon signify the grand opening of the new USFCS Ankara office on the 6th floor of the ASO building.

Present were members of the press, Turkish Ministry of Economy, ASO officials and FCS staff. Press showed great interest in the event, more than 20 newspapers, magazines and internet news sites reported the opening ceremony.

USFCS offices are now located right across the US Embassy at the Ankara Chamber of Industry building, allowing for increased interaction with the Turkish business community and strategically partnering with important business chambers.

U/s Sanchez presents a gift to Turkish U/s Murad Bayar in gratitude for his support of the Usdoc executive led aerospace and defense trade mission to Turkey. 18 U.S.companies joined the mission and had over 300 1-1 meetings with potential Turkish partners

Commerce Undersecretary Francisco Sanchez consults with participants in the US Department of Commerce Executive Led Aerospace and Defense Trade Mission. Undersecretary Sanchez led a delegation of eighteen American firms on a four day visit to Ankara and Istanbul, featuring over 300 1-1 meetings with potential Turkish partners.

Obama Official to Lead Defense & Aerospace Trade Mission to Turkey

Appointments to U.S.- Turkey Business Council Announced by Obama Trade Official During the Trade

U.S Companies Look to Partner with Turkish Defense & Aerospace Firms

Ankara Chamber of Industry; your business partner in Ankara

From left to right : Michael Lally, Scott Kilner, Serkan Elden, Egemen Bagis, Rahsan Cebe, Dundar Ucar

The American Business Forum in Turkey (ABFT) hosted Egemen Bagis, Minister for European Affairs, at a working luncheon on July 19, 2012. ABFT boasts over sixty American firms and is an accredited American Chamber of Commerce organization in Turkey

From left to right: Marie Ricciardone, U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk, President of TOBB Rifat Hisarciklioglu, Acting U.S. Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank, Ambassador Francis J. Ricciardone

During Luncheon Event with TOBB (Turkish Chambers and Stock Exchange Association) on June 25, 2012

From Left to Right: U.S.Trade Representative Ron Kirk, Acting U.S.Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank, Minister of Industry and Trade Zafer Caglayan, Deputy Prime Minister Ali Babacan

While government of Turkey Industry and Trade Minister Zafer Caglayan giving a gift to Acting U.S. Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank at Ministry of Economy

Ex-Im approves more than $66 Million in Financing for Export of Power-Generation Equipment to Turkey

U.S. Investment Map in Turkey

Acting U.S. Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank, U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk Promote Trade Relationship, Economic Growth and Job Creation in Turkey

U.S.-Turkey Joint Statement on Economic, Commercial Cooperation

Timeline in U.S. – Turkish Economic and Commercial Cooperation 2009-Present

2012 Webinar Series Schedule

Turkey Aerospace and Defense Trade Mission Federal Register Notice

Opportunities in U.S. – Turkish Business Development: The Power Sector Presentation

A record – Breaking Partnership: 2011 Full Year U.S. – Turkey Trade and Investment Presentation

Senior Commercial Specialist Berrin Erturk has made a presentation at the USTDA Funded Reverse Trade Mission. Click to watch the brief of the presentations.

Combustion Associates Inc. (CAI) Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Trade Mission Press Release

USTDA SUPPORTS DEVELOPMENT OF TURKEY’S GROWING ENERGY SECTOR

RE-Energize with Turkey: Investment Opportunities in the Turkish Energy Sector

Success Stories in U.S. - Turkish Business 

Trade Talk between Andrew Gelfuso and Thomas Bruns ( Length of the video : 14:04 )

Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan (right) and US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton speak during a meeting at Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul on July 16, 2011.

U.S. Companies See Growth Potential in Turkey